What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Catalonia?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Catalonia is to rideshare which costs €41 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Catalonia?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Catalonia is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs €45 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Catalonia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at Barcelona. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Catalonia?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Catalonia. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya via Barcelona Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Lyon to Catalonia?

The distance between Lyon and Catalonia is 661 km. The road distance is 636 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Catalonia without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Catalonia without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €80 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Catalonia?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Lyon to Catalonia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Catalonia bus from?

Lyon to Catalonia bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Catalonia train from?

Lyon to Catalonia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Catalonia?

The best way to get from Lyon to Catalonia is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €80 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €90 and takes 7h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €220 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Lyon to Catalonia bus arrive?

Lyon to Catalonia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Barcelona station.

Where does the Lyon to Catalonia train arrive?

Lyon to Catalonia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Catalonia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Catalonia is 636 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Lyon to Catalonia.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Catalonia?

Book your Lyon to Catalonia train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Catalonia?

Book your Lyon to Catalonia bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Catalonia?

There are 4139+ hotels available in Catalonia.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Catalonia?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lyon and Catalonia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lyon to Catalonia - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Lyon to Catalonia by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, rideshare, or train

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Santstrain 9742
4h 56m
€81–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Barcelonabus FlixBus N788 / ...
7h 50m
€40–90
Drive 636 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Barcelonacar 636 km
6h 8m
€117–169
Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LYS - BCN
4h 42m
€47–220
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Barcelonerideshare 636.8 km
7h 27m
€41
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane GVA - BCN
6h 42m
€64–206

Lyon to Catalonia by train (Renfe)

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Distance: 660.6 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Catalonia, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants twice daily. Tickets cost €80–120 and the journey takes 4h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lyon to Barcelona every 4 hours. Tickets cost €60–90 and the journey takes 7h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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